Blueberry Recall Hits Class I Warning. What Arizona Consumers Need to Know

Listeria outbreaks are on the rise. As a precaution, the CDC and FDA are issuing a recall on a product that could cause serious health issues for anyone with a compromised immune system.

The FDA issued a Class I recall, considered the most serious level, for organic blueberries due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This dangerous contaminant can cause severe illness or even death.

What’s Being Recalled?

• Product: Bulk organic blueberries
• Producer: Alma Pak International LLC
• Lot Numbers: 13325 G1060 and 13325 G1096
• Recall Number: H-0204-2025

The FDA has not yet confirmed whether the affected blueberries were distributed to other states, and there's a possibility they've been delivered to retailers in Arizona. Given the gravity of the recall, Arizona consumers should check their refrigerators and freezers, especially if they’ve purchased bulk organic blueberries recently.

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Who is Most Affected by the Recall?

According to the FDA, a Class I recall means there’s a “reasonable probability” that consuming the product could lead to serious adverse health consequences or death. The CDC warns that Listeria is especially dangerous for:

• Pregnant women
• Newborns
• Adults over 65 years old
• Anyone with a weakened immune system

Symptoms of listeria exposure can include fever, muscle aches, nausea, and confusion. In severe cases, it can cause miscarriage or life-threatening infections in newborns.

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What Should Arizona Consumers Do?

• Check your fridge and freezer for blueberries with the listed lot numbers.
• Do not eat the recalled product, even if it looks or smells fine.
• Dispose of the blueberries safely or return them to the place you purchased them.
• Thoroughly clean any surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the berries.
• Seek medical attention if you experience any of the symptoms listed above within two months of exposure, and if you belong to any high-risk group.

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Stay Proactive, Arizona

This is currently just a precaution. The FDA has not yet confirmed the distribution of the affected blueberries in Arizona, but the risk is serious. Listeria outbreaks are on the rise, so it's essential to stay informed and proactive to avoid serious health risks.

Sources: The Hill | Fresh Fruit Portal